By PFAS Database · Updated July 24, 2026
We graded 184 air fryers for PFAS. Here is what we found (2026 data study)
An analysis of 184 air fryers from 26 brands found that 95 percent scored a D or F on PFAS-related material risk, and 94 percent landed in the F range outright. Only a small handful of models, led by two Ninja Crispi glass air fryers and a Cosori toaster oven, scored as high as 75 out of 100. No product in the dataset scored in the A or B range.
Key findings
- 184 air fryers across 26 brands were graded for this study, covering one of the most PFAS-scrutinized kitchen appliance categories on the market.
- 94 percent of graded air fryers (173 of 184) received an F grade, the lowest tier in the grading system.
- 95 percent of all products graded (174 of 184) fell into the combined D or F category, meaning only 5 percent scored a C or better.
- Just 5 percent of products (10 units) reached a C grade, and none reached B or A.
- Only 2 percent of products (4 units) had confirmed PTFE or fluoropolymer signals identified in materials or disclosures, a smaller share than the overall failing rate, suggesting many low scores stem from broader material and disclosure risk factors, not confirmed fluoropolymer coatings alone.
- The highest score in the entire category was 75 out of 100, shared by three products, while the lowest scores bottomed out at 5 out of 100 across three Tefal models.
Grade distribution
| Grade | Number of products | Share of category |
|---|---|---|
| C | 10 | 5% |
| D | 1 | 1% |
| F | 173 | 94% |
Top and bottom graded air fryers
| Rank | Product | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Top | Ninja Crispi 4-in-1 Portable Glass Air Fryer Cooking System | 75/100 |
| Top | Ninja Crispi Pro 6-in-1 Glass Air Fryer | 75/100 |
| Top | Cosori Smart Toaster Oven | 75/100 |
| Bottom | Tefal T-Fal 7.3 Quart Infrared Air Fryer | 5/100 |
| Bottom | Tefal Easy Fry FW5018 Air Fryer | 5/100 |
| Bottom | Tefal Dual Easy Fry Air Fryer 8.3 L | 5/100 |
Why so many air fryers score poorly
The data shows a category where failing grades are the norm rather than the exception. With 173 of 184 products, or 94 percent, landing in the F tier, the typical air fryer on the market today is likely to carry meaningful PFAS-related risk based on available materials data and public disclosures. This is notable because confirmed PTFE or fluoropolymer signals were identified in only 4 products, or 2 percent of the category. That gap between the failing rate and confirmed fluoropolymer detections suggests that most F grades are being driven by a mix of factors beyond a single confirmed non-stick coating, including incomplete manufacturer disclosure, use of other fluorinated materials, and uncertainty that gets scored conservatively when brands do not provide clear material documentation.
The three top-scoring products, the Ninja Crispi and Crispi Pro glass air fryers and the Cosori Smart Toaster Oven, each reached 75 out of 100. Notably, glass-based cooking chambers appear among the higher scorers, which may reflect fewer non-stick coating concerns compared to traditional coated-basket designs, though buyers should still check individual product pages for full disclosure details. At the other end, three Tefal models tied for the lowest score in the category at 5 out of 100, indicating either confirmed high-risk materials, poor public disclosure, or both.
What this means for shoppers
With 95 percent of graded air fryers falling into the D or F range, shoppers looking for a top performer in this category have very few options, and even the best-scoring products in this dataset topped out at 75 out of 100 rather than reaching the upper end of the scale. Anyone shopping in this category should treat air fryers as a higher-scrutiny purchase and check individual product grades before buying, since brand reputation alone does not appear to predict score, given that Tefal appears at both the confirmed-risk end of the spectrum in this study.
Methodology
Grades referenced in this study are model-based estimates generated from publicly available product materials, manufacturer disclosures, and category-level risk factors. They are not laboratory test results and should be interpreted as directional risk indicators rather than definitive chemical measurements. Scores can change as new disclosures or product versions become available. Full details on how grades are calculated are available at /methodology.
Cite this study
"We graded 184 air fryers for PFAS. Here is what we found (2026 data study)." PFAS Database. https://pfasdatabase.com/guides/pfas-study-air-fryers-2026. Published February 2026.
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